When your doctor prescribes a drug, they usually inform you of the potential side effects, or you learn about them from the insert included with your medication at the pharmacy. But how many people actually read about the side effects before taking a prescription drug? If you’re like most people, you probably toss the insert […]
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Doctors prescribe fentanyl, a potent opioid, to treat moderate to severe pain that less potent painkillers cannot resolve. The substance has also made its way into many street drugs, as it’s cheaper and helps to pad profits. Sadly, fentanyl has become responsible for more and more overdose deaths, so it’s vital to address addiction to
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As the temperatures drop, you may be looking for more indoor activities to fill your free time. Attending parties is a great way to have a good time with friends while also presenting the opportunity to make new ones, all while enjoying the comfort of indoor heating. Although parties can be a great way to
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Methamphetamine (meth) can have a devastating effect on your mind but even more so on your body. Meth is well known for destroying one’s physical health, so it’s important to recognize whether someone is abusing meth by familiarizing yourself with the effects of meth on the body, so you can encourage your loved one to
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Cocaine is a potent stimulant drug that affects not only the body but also the mind. For those using cocaine, mental health issues are common—with paranoia being one of the most well-known side effects of using this drug. If you or someone you know uses cocaine, it’s important to understand how this stimulant drug can
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Inhalants—substances that invoke a high when inhaled—have been around for a long time, but people continually introduce new versions. Nitrous oxide—also known as laughing gas—is one such inhalant that evolved from a sedative used before medical and dental procedures to a recreational drug sought out for its calming, euphoric, and even psychedelic properties as early
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The opioid epidemic remains a concern in Texas, with many people becoming dependent on their opioid medications and turning to heroin when they can no longer access their prescriptions. Unfortunately, heroin is a potent illicit opioid that can rapidly lead to addiction and overdose. Protect those you love by learning more about the dangers of
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Heroin and prescription opioid painkillers are some of the most commonly abused drugs in Texas and are responsible for a large proportion of overdose deaths in the state. But even if you don’t experience an overdose, you aren’t in the clear when it comes to the consequences of opioids. When you misuse opioids over a
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Methamphetamine and crystal meth abuse are a considerable public health issue in Texas, with many people developing an addiction to these powerful stimulant drugs. Empower yourself to help those you love by getting to know the signs of crystal meth abuse, how to recognize the drug if you come across it, and what the long-term
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In the search for addiction treatment, understanding the substances that often lead to dependency is vital. Party drugs—with 3,4-methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA) being among the most notorious—are frequently associated with social gatherings like raves and festivals. But what exactly is MDMA, and why does it hold such sway over its users? At Promises Brazos Valley, knowledge is